Bio
Regina Simons is a Native American filmmaker based in Salt Lake City. She creates impactful stories that champion strong, complex protagonists and focuses on representing Native peoples in film through narrative, documentary, and experimental work.
She holds an MFA in Film & Media Arts from the University of Utah, where she refined her craft and deepened her commitment to using film for truth-telling, cultural preservation, and generational healing.
Regina grew up in a performing family and gravitated toward the arts. She found her true calling behind the camera, enjoying writing, directing, and editing.
Her academic journey and intellectual curiosity provide a unique perspective, blending cultural heritage with visual storytelling. For Regina, learning is lifelong, and as she often says, “As long as you are breathing, school is in session.”